A blink into the past 250th Anniversary Edition - Jun. 17, 2026
America’s founding remains one of the most remarkable stories in history. As the nation approaches its Semi-quincentennial, it’s a moment to reflect on how the United States began, how it has endured, and how our own local communities fit into that larger story. To see the full article,...[More]
Adam Lee Johnston April 9, 1969 — June 9, 2026 - Jun. 17, 2026
Linn County News Published June 17, 2026 Adam Lee Johnston, 57, passed away in his residence in Linn Valley, Kan., on June 9, 2026. Linn Valley had been Adam’s home for several years; he built a cabin by Linn Valley Lake and spent his days building, playing music, and working on various projects...[More]
Steven Edwin Lindsey August 10, 1943 — June 9, 2026 - Jun. 17, 2026
Linn County News Published June 17, 2026 Steven Edwin Lindsey, 82, entered his heavenly home after a life filled with faith, family, friendship, service and adventure. Born August 10, 1943, to Elson L. “Jack” and Sarah Ella Lindsey, Steve grew up on the family farm in eastern Kansas,...[More]
Mound City discusses pet vaccination clinics - Jun. 17, 2026
By ERIN BOWLEY Linn County News LCNintern1@gmail.com Mound City held its monthly council meeting Tuesday, June 2; the meeting opened with public comment from Megan Purvis of Dirt Road Rescue, who raised concerns about the growing stray cat population in the community. After reviewing...[More]
Pleasanton pride, lack of mowing discussed Monday - Jun. 17, 2026
By JACKIE TAYLOR Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com After listening to the public ask that the council begin getting along, members of the Pleasanton Council took that to heart Monday night and communicated with each other openly and decently. With that, they heard several comments...[More]
Commissioners approve county employee insurance package - Jun. 17, 2026
$2.5 million health insurance package, 7.6% increase announced By JACKIE TAYLOR Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com Everything else is going up, and county health insurance is not exempt as County Clerk Chasity Ware announced employee health insurance would see a 7.6 percent increase...[More]
Commissioners hear from local residents on ditches, spraying - Jun. 10, 2026
During the June 8 meeting, the Linn County Commissioners heard from county resident Mac Carlisle who spoke to them regarding ditches and road erosion in the Mantey area. Carlisle explained he was a native of the area. He said he spent 35 years working for the Corps of Engineers in wildlife biology and...[More]
Linn Valley begins exploration of Data Center - Jun. 10, 2026
Running on a platform of economic development, long-term planning and strategic thinking, Linn Valley Mayor Lister Potter broached the subject of a “Technology and Advanced Industrial (TAI) Overlay District, or Data Center,” to the council Monday night. Potter, before beginning the discussion,...[More]
La Cygne holds public hearing for condemnation - Jun. 10, 2026
The La Cygne City Council opened their regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, June 3, and then moved into a public hearing in regards to condemnation of 825 N. 7th St., Unit A. With no one there to speak, Mayor Debra Wilson closed the public comment portion of the hearing. Zach Mathies, Police Chief,...[More]
USD 346 discusses possibility of future virtual school - Jun. 10, 2026
During the June 8 meeting, the USD 346 Board heard from Superintendent Shawn Thomas regarding the situation as it currently sits with open enrollment and various reasons why he feels it’s time for the district to begin looking at opening their own virtual school. “Our young people...[More]
